Be Recognized
In gratitude for the difference you make through your generous gifts of time, talent and treasure, we at McKendree University are always seeking ways to honor the alumni, friends and family who make giving to our beloved University a priority in their lives. We have four established giving societies at McKendree: The William McKendree Society, The Old Main Society, The Bearcat Athletic Boosters and The Friends of the Hett.
The William McKendree Society
We are very proud of our various recognition groups and hope that those of you considering
making a gift to McKendree will want to learn more about our William McKendree Society, one of our premier recognition groups open to all alumni, parents and friends who
meet or exceed the minimum annual recognition level of $1,000 in annual support during
the course of a fiscal year. The William McKendree Society was named after our Bishop
William McKendree, the first American-born bishop in the Methodist Church and founder
of McKendree University.
Bearcat Athletic Boosters
The Bearcat Athletic Boosters honor McKendree University alumni, family and friends who support the University's
intercollegiate athletic programs and student-athletes. Our Bearcat Athletic Boosters
are vitally important for the success of our varied athletic programs and those who
are members of this group have a commitment to McKendree that is evident to our entire
campus community making it FUN to be a Bearcat!
Friends of the Hett
Friends of the Hett members make each season possible, and make each season better than the last! Friends
of the Hett are entitled to a number of benefits and perks including ticket exchange
privileges and advance ticket purchase opportunities.
Membership begins at $50. To make a gift please call Peter Palermo, Director of the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts.
The Old Main Society
The Old Main Society recognizes individuals who choose to support McKendree University through a planned
gift. Members recognize the importance of supporting today’s University, and ensuring
its mission is carried well into the future. McKendree University honors with dignity
and gratitude the legacy that is established through planned giving.
To learn more about our recognition alternatives or to find out about our various
Alumni Honors and Awards, please contact our office.
